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Which statements about mineral bioavailabilty are true?

A. Vitamin E increases the bioavailability of calcium.
B. Ascorbic acid decreases the bioavailability of none-heme iron.
C. Non-heme iron is absorbed better than heme iron.
D. Phytate decreases the absorption of some minerals.

What is the best route to maintain adequate intakes of copper, cobalt, chromium, manganese and molybdenum?

A. Take a mineral supplement that contains 200% RDA for all 5 minerals every other day.
B. Drink water that has not been “softened” chemically
C. Eat foods that have not been heavily processed such as whole grains.
D. Use enriched bread and cereal products.

Identify correct functions for the minerals listed below.

A. phosphorus: component of niacin compound
B. chloride: component of gastric acid
C. sulfur: part of teeth and bones
D. calcium: coenzyme

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